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Clear the Shelters | Marshall

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Meet Marshall!

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Clear the Shelters | Lainey is a pawsome gal who can communicate with her paws

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Lainey is a pawsome gal who can communicate with her paws

Need a new cuddle buddy? Lainey’s your girl!

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Clear the Shelters | Meet Tankster, your new furry best friend

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The Tankster’s sweet smile is hard to resist, and he’s bound to have a strong hold on your heart if you ever meet this four-legged fella!

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Clear the Shelters | Boone is a gentle giant looking for a farm to watch over

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Boone is a gentle giant looking for a farm to watch over

Meet Boone, a gentle soul with a heart as big as his paws!

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Clear the Shelters | Playful beagle Chip ready for forever family after shelter stay!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Playful beagle Chip ready for forever family after shelter stay!

Chip is a 1 1/2-year-old male beagle with a big heart and a playful spirit.

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Clear the Shelters | Monroe the shy hound mix is ready to win your heart one cuddle at a time!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Monroe the shy hound mix is ready to win your heart one cuddle at a time!

Monroe is a 2-year, 6-month-old female hound mix with a sweet soul and a little bit of shyness.

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UPDATE: Clear the Shelters | Penn’s wait for his new home is over!

Read full article: UPDATE: Clear the Shelters | Penn’s wait for his new home is over!

Meet Penn! This two year old goofball of a lab mix has been waiting for his forever home for more than a year.

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UPDATE: Clear the Shelters | All Purpose Flower, the fun-loving senior dog who’s young at heart has found a home!

Read full article: UPDATE: Clear the Shelters | All Purpose Flower, the fun-loving senior dog who’s young at heart has found a home!

Meet All Purpose Flower, a 10-year-old spayed female Treeing Walker Coonhound who’s ready to bring joy and a little bit of goofiness into your life!

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Clear the Shelters | Lovely Lady Lilah on the hunt for the paw-fect home

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Lovely Lady Lilah on the hunt for the paw-fect home

When it comes to Lilah, it’ll be love at first sniff.

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8-year-old Danville boy attacked, killed by family dog, Humane Society issues statement

Read full article: 8-year-old Danville boy attacked, killed by family dog, Humane Society issues statement

Danville Police are investigating after an 8-year-old boy died from injuries suffered from an attack by the family dog.

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Clear the Shelters | Glacier is a cool guy looking to melt your heart

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Glacier is the coolest dog you’ll ever meet, and while his name might sound icy, he’s ready to cozy up with a fur-ever family.

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Clear the Shelters | Charlie wants to show you what a good boy he is!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Charlie wants to show you what a good boy he is!

Sweet Charlie has been at the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center for 162 days and is ready to come home!

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Clear the Shelters | Sweet Tony wants to be your cuddle buddy!

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Meet Tony! This sweet young pittie mix is looking for a home of his own!

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Clear the Shelters | Kira, clever mixed-breed pup is ready to be your one and only

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Kira, clever mixed-breed pup is ready to be your one and only

Kira is a bright, affectionate young dog with a heart bursting with love for her people.

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Clear the Shelters | Five pups rescued by animal control are looking for their fur-ever homes

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Five pups rescued by animal control are looking for their fur-ever homes

The Galax Carroll Grayson Animal Shelter recently had a surprise delivery from animal control— 12 dogs, mostly puppies, rescued from a tough spot.

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Clear the Shelters | Bug Eyed Frank is ready to bring smiles and good vibes

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Bug Eyed Frank is ready to bring smiles and good vibes

Bug Eyed Frank is as silly as his name and guaranteed to keep a smile on your face.

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Clear the Shelters | Cowboy may be old but still has lots of love to give!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Cowboy may be old but still has lots of love to give!

Meet Cowboy! This 10 year old senior boy is looking for a comfy couch to enjoy the rest of his days.

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Clear the Shelters | Domino wants to be your velcro pup!

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Meet Domino! He’s a two year old speckled boy who’s ready to steal your heart!

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LPD launches investigation into animal cruelty incident after viral video

Read full article: LPD launches investigation into animal cruelty incident after viral video

The Lynchburg Police Department provided an update on an animal cruelty incident that occurred Friday morning.

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Clear the Shelters | Dexter is cute, clever and ready to steal your heart

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Dexter is cute, clever and ready to steal your heart

Dexter is as cute as a button and is on the hunt for someone who will love him just as he is.

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Clear the Shelters |Hattie is a social butterfly searching for her new best friend

Read full article: Clear the Shelters |Hattie is a social butterfly searching for her new best friend

Meet Hattie, a beautiful 10-month-old Lab-terrier mix at the RCACP in Roanoke.

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Clear the Shelters |Teddy looking for a cuddle buddy of his own

Read full article: Clear the Shelters |Teddy looking for a cuddle buddy of his own

Teddy is a snuggle bug with a sweet personality and lots of love to give.

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Clear the Shelters | Little Lucy is a pint-sized pup looking for a new home

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Little Lucy is a pint-sized pup looking for a new home

Lucy's face is irresistibly cute! Healing Hearts Canine Rescue describes Lucy as very sweet and good with other dogs and cats. This pint-sized pup loves being outside and running around.

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Clear the Shelters | Flea is ready to be your love bug!

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Meet Flea! He is a 4 year old male Hound mix who’s ready to find his new best friend.

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Clear the Shelters | Moana and Maui are two rabbits who need a second chance at a good home

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Moana and Maui are two rabbits who need a second chance at a good home

Moana and Maui are silver fox rabbits who were dumped and left to fend for themselves. They are a bonded pair looking for their forever home.

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Clear the Shelters | Chevy’s a sweet girl looking for a fresh start!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Chevy’s a sweet girl looking for a fresh start!

Meet Chevy! She’s a three year old boxer and collie mix looking for her new forever family.

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Clear the Shelters | Squishmallow is a goofball who wants to flop into your heart!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Squishmallow is a goofball who wants to flop into your heart!

Meet Squishmallow! This 9 month old pittie mix loves snuggles and cuddles.

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Clear the Shelters | Bowser is a hound looking for all the love and attention!

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Bowser is a hound looking for all the love and attention!

Meet Bowser! He is a 3 year old hound mix looking for his forever home!

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Clear the Shelters | Playful pup Joyce is still looking for her ‘fur-ever’ family

Read full article: Clear the Shelters | Playful pup Joyce is still looking for her ‘fur-ever’ family

One-year-old Joyce arrived at the League for Animal Protection in Fincastle at four-months-old with her sister Grace, and since then has been waiting to find her fur-ever home!

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Clear the Shelters | Old girl Sophie looking for a couch to call her own

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Sophie is an eight year old pittie mix who’s been looking for her forever family all summer!

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Three-year-old pitbull mix Rema looking for a new bestie - Clone

Read full article: Three-year-old pitbull mix Rema looking for a new bestie - Clone

Meet Rema, a three-year-old medium-sized pitbull mix, who is looking for a new bestie!

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Sweet Mountain Feist mix Meri looking for a loving home

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Meet Meri, a one year-old small to medium sized Mountain Feist mix, who is looking for the perfect family to join!

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Virginia Tech study shows dogs can detect spotted lanternfly egg masses

Read full article: Virginia Tech study shows dogs can detect spotted lanternfly egg masses

Spotted lanternflies are wreaking havoc on trees and crops, but some pets are joining the fight against this destructive invasive species. Dogs are being trained to sniff out spotted lanternfly eggs, helping stop infestations before they start.

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Galax firefighters rescue dog frightened by thunderstorm

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Recent thunderstorms packed with lightning and thunder have caused distress for pets in the area, including one dog rescued by Galax Fire Department on July 15, which coincided with National Pet Fire Safety Day.

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Woman injured after being attacked by dog in Altavista

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Altavista Police say a woman was injured after a dog attacked her Friday morning.

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Woman’s quiet night at home turns wild with bear encounter in Bedford County

Read full article: Woman’s quiet night at home turns wild with bear encounter in Bedford County

A quiet night at home took a surprising turn for a woman in Bedford County this week when she came face to face with a black bear outside her window.

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WATCH: Roanoke airport therapy dog eases nerves for travelers

Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke airport therapy dog eases nerves for travelers

Flying can be stressful, but at the Roanoke Blacksburg Airport, there is a four-legged friend ready to help.

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RoRo, a dog who had been in shelter for 472 days, finds new home

Read full article: RoRo, a dog who had been in shelter for 472 days, finds new home

Angels of Assisi announced Friday that RoRo, a dog that had been at the shelter for 472 days found a new home during their Pet Expo Adopt-A-Thon last Saturday.

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Former 'Puppy Bowl' star faces major injury

Read full article: Former 'Puppy Bowl' star faces major injury

A local pup and his family are looking for some help as he deals with a major injury.

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Elderly dog rescued from hole in Bedford

Read full article: Elderly dog rescued from hole in Bedford

A happy ending after a dog was reunited with its owner after falling down a sinkhole!

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The dog found in a ditch in Buchanan has passed away

Read full article: The dog found in a ditch in Buchanan has passed away

The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office is searching for answers after finding a dog that was left to die.

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First responders rescue dog from sinkhole in Craig Co.

Read full article: First responders rescue dog from sinkhole in Craig Co.

Local first responders are proving that their life-saving skills are needed in all kinds of situations, like rescues involving our pets.

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New River Valley community comes together to find lost dog

Read full article: New River Valley community comes together to find lost dog

For many dog owners, they do not even want to imagine their four-legged friend going missing. Now, add being in an unfamiliar place, and that is exactly what happened to one truck driver who was passing through the New River Valley.

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Dog stuck in pool rescued in Bedford County

Read full article: Dog stuck in pool rescued in Bedford County

A dog was pulled to safety after falling into a frigid pool this week.

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Bedford County deputy rescues dog from frigid pool

Read full article: Bedford County deputy rescues dog from frigid pool

A Bedford County Sheriff’s Deputy rescued a dog from a pool on Wednesday, according to the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office.

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Healthwatch: Virginia Tech researchers develop new cancer-screening method for dogs

Read full article: Healthwatch: Virginia Tech researchers develop new cancer-screening method for dogs

Researchers at Virginia Tech are working on a new method for early cancer detection in dogs, hoping to give your dog a better quality of life.

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New year, new home: Angels of Assisi hosts 2024 adoption

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New year, new home: That’s the program Angels of Assisi is launching to find animals their forever homes as soon as they can in 2024.

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Now is a great time to check your dog for fleas

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One of my greatest fears as a pet owner came true the other day...my dog has fleas.

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All the adorable dogs we saw at the Westminster Dog Show

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My favorite sporting event of the year, the Westminster Kennel Dog Show, is currently going on in New York, which means it’s time to look at all the adorable dogs.

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Dog shot in leg, Franklin County Humane Society raising money for vet care

Read full article: Dog shot in leg, Franklin County Humane Society raising money for vet care

A dog that was shot in the leg was picked up by the Franklin County Humane Society. The dog's leg will need to be amputated and the shelter is raising money for her vet care.

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Man experiencing homelessness reunited with dog after hospital stay

Read full article: Man experiencing homelessness reunited with dog after hospital stay

Not every dog that comes into a shelter has a happy ending, but for one dog named CoCo, luck was on her side.

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Meet Caiden: Roanoke Fire-EMS’ first foster dog

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Roanoke Fire-EMS has a new mascot. Meet Caiden: the department’s first-ever foster dog.

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Roanoke dog spotlighted on national level

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One local pooch made his mark on the national stage.

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It’s not your dog ... it’s in his DNA. Find out why your dog behaves as he does with this kit.

Read full article: It’s not your dog ... it’s in his DNA. Find out why your dog behaves as he does with this kit.

As you’re reviewing your list of New Year’s resolutions, you realize there’s one thing that still needs to make the cut, that being “walk the dog more.” This, you recognize, will kill two birds with one stone—burn off that pent-up energy your dog always seems to have, while allowing you to stay fit and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Tom Holland's latest adventure 'Uncharted' tops box office

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Tom Holland might be without his Spider-Man suit in “Uncharted,” but his latest action-adventure is still doing good business at the North American box office.

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Channing Tatum on ‘Dog,’ ‘Magic Mike,’ Marvel and his hiatus

Read full article: Channing Tatum on ‘Dog,’ ‘Magic Mike,’ Marvel and his hiatus

Not since 2017’s “Logan Lucky” has Channing Tatum been the lead in a film.

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Enjoy Cyber Week prices and get your dog this wicked cool interactive dog toy

Read full article: Enjoy Cyber Week prices and get your dog this wicked cool interactive dog toy

Get 20% off this automatic interactive dog ball that will keep your dog entertained while you work.

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Save over $80 off this dog DNA and allergy test kit bundle, now on sale for Green Monday

Read full article: Save over $80 off this dog DNA and allergy test kit bundle, now on sale for Green Monday

Get to the bottom of your dog's allergies with this dog DNA and allergy test kit bundle.

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Firefighter stable, but seriously injured after Moneta house fire

Read full article: Firefighter stable, but seriously injured after Moneta house fire

A dog is dead and a firefighter is in the hospital after a fire in Moneta.

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Roanoke dog boutique reopens new, improved storefront

Read full article: Roanoke dog boutique reopens new, improved storefront

Unleashed Dog Bakery & Boutique re-opened its doors Saturday in its new, improved storefront.

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Dog, cat die in Danville house fire

Read full article: Dog, cat die in Danville house fire

A family's dog and cat died in a house fire at a Danville home Friday evening.

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Adorable golden retriever gives himself an accidental crayon makeover

Read full article: Adorable golden retriever gives himself an accidental crayon makeover

Meet Larry, the 4-year-old golden retriever that lives up to his breed name — in quite a colorful way.

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YouDay: Dog Wags Its Tail

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Coach LaMonte explains how it’s the dog that wags its tail, not the tail wagging the dog.

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Find out your dog’s true DNA with this breed ID test, now 24% off

Read full article: Find out your dog’s true DNA with this breed ID test, now 24% off

A simple cheek swab will give you a full report of your dog's health.

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Family dog found after deadly I-81 wreck

Read full article: Family dog found after deadly I-81 wreck

The Roanoke Valley SPCA is asking for the public's help to look for a dog, Emmie, that went missing after a deadly crash on I-81 in Roanoke County on Monday.

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How to make your dog the next Paw-blo Picasso

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Your dog could have a creative side that you need to discover! WSLS 10 News Producer Ashley Wills shows us how your dog can paint a masterpiece.

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Henry County Sheriff’s Office welcomes two new four-legged officers

Read full article: Henry County Sheriff’s Office welcomes two new four-legged officers

HENRY COUNTY, Va. – The Henry County Sheriff’s Office has two new members of the force. The department posted on Facebook on Saturday:“Yesterday, Deputy Corey Waddell his K-9 Raja and Deputy Tyler Marinus with his K-9 Buford both graduated from K-9 school! We would like tothank Shelly Gutierrez for all of his hard work. Please help us in congratulating both of these deputies and their K-9′s!”Best of luck to the dogs in their new job!

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Dog trapped in 30-foot hole lured to safety with beef jerky

Read full article: Dog trapped in 30-foot hole lured to safety with beef jerky

In this photo provided by the Burke County Rescue Squad, a member of the Burke County Rescue Squad rescues a dog trapped 30 feet (9 meters) down in a sinkhole, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at Pisgah National Forest in Morganton, N.C. The dog was not injured, but was starving and dehydrated, according to the rescuers. (Burke County Rescue Squad via AP)MORGANTON, N.C. – A group of mountain bikers on a North Carolina trail spotted a dog trapped 30 feet (9 meters) down in a sinkhole — and it took a salty snack and some straps to lift him to safety. The bikers called for help and led rescuers more than a mile to the stranded animal, where they rappelled into the sinkhole, enticed the starving dog with some beef jerky and raised him to safety using a harness, the rescue squad said. The dog was not injured, but was starving and dehydrated, according to the rescuers.

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These steps will keep your pet safe if a hurricane hits where you live

Read full article: These steps will keep your pet safe if a hurricane hits where you live

For people in parts of the country that are hit by hurricanes, you probably already know to have an emergency kit ready for a moment’s notice, but do you have everything prepared for your four-legged friend?

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Dog the Bounty Hunter comes to Virginia, fugitive now in jail

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ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. – The fugitive who Dog the Bounty Hunter came to Virginia to find is now in jail. Duane Chapman, who’s more commonly known as “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” was in the Charlottesville area this week searching for Felix Chujoy. Shades on, face covered and a hat. You’ll never know it.”Also joining Dog on his trip to Virginia is his new fiance, Fancie France, according to The Sun. Dog plans to return to Virginia in 2021 for the Dairy Queen Children’s Miracle Day Fundraiser in Stuarts Draft.

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Nope, every dog year isnt equal to 7 human years, researchers now say

Read full article: Nope, every dog year isnt equal to 7 human years, researchers now say

CNN How do you compare a dog's age to that of a person? A popular method says you should multiply the dog's age by 7 to compute how old Fido is in "human years." And that's because the scientists behind a new study say dogs and humans don't age at the same rate. Based on the study, a one-year-old dog compares to a 30-year-old human, a four-year-old dog to a 52-year-old human. A graphic in the study makes the age comparisons intuitive and provides some helpful context for dog owners, including the scientists themselves.

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Deputy’s dog drowns in the basement of a Christiansburg home

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CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – A dog has drowned in the basement of a Christiansburg home Sunday. According to Christiansburg police, it happened in the 800 block of college street. Police say a call came in at about 6:51 p.m. regarding a flooded basement. First responders were able to pump out the water in the basement to secure the house; however, a dog was in the basement and drowned. The dog was owned by a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

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Man’s best workout partner: 5 exercises to do with your dog

Read full article: Man’s best workout partner: 5 exercises to do with your dog

It’s pretty well known by now that with more people working from home, they are having to juggle work and being around kids.

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Pet Of The Week: Alfie

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Pet Of The Week: AlfiePublished: March 13, 2020, 1:28 pmAlfie is a sweet three month old puppy that is ready for adoption at the Roanoke Valley SPCA.

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Pet of the Week - Ariel

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Pet of the Week - ArielIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.

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5 easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

Read full article: 5 easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

Here are five dog treat recipes that you can easily make at home with very few ingredients. Peanut Butter PupcakesThis is the perfect treat for when your dog is about to celebrate another birthday, or even a special dog wedding. Each cupcake is topped with a cream cheese peanut butter icing that sounds good enough for us to eat. Peanut Butter and Bacon Dog DonutsOK, this recipe for doggy doughnuts sounds better than anything we've ever had at the local doughnut shop. Once you've got your dough made, you'll need to shape it into dog treats.

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Easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

Read full article: Easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

There's no better feeling than when our four-legged friends do something good and we can reward them with a treat for that nice behavior -- but sometimes, those pre-packaged treats can be flavorless, stale, and who knows what's actually inside of them?

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Easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

Read full article: Easy, delicious treats you can make for your dog at home

There's no better feeling than when our four-legged friends do something good and we can reward them with a treat for that nice behavior -- but sometimes, those pre-packaged treats can be flavorless, stale, and who knows what's actually inside of them?

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Good dog! Sammy the dog saves 5 people from house fire in Georgia

Read full article: Good dog! Sammy the dog saves 5 people from house fire in Georgia

Sammy the dog alerted five people to a house fire that broke out in Savannah, Georgia, around 1 a.m. Friday. According to KCRA, Her barking woke up her owners, which allowed the five people inside escape to safety. Sadly, two cats and another dog were unable to get out and did not survive the fire. Officials said it’s important to have smoke alarms on every level of your home. Officials believe the fire at the two-story home was caused by a deep freezer.

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’That’s not okay with us’: Photo of dog riding on truck on I-81 goes viral

Read full article: ’That’s not okay with us’: Photo of dog riding on truck on I-81 goes viral

ROANOKE, Va. – The controversial photo of a dog riding on a flatbed truck down Interstate 81 is getting a lot of attention. A dog, loosely tied to a flat-bed truck is what Emily Betterton saw as she and her husband drove down I-81 over the weekend. She notified state police, so she doesn’t know what became of the dog or the man driving the truck. The Roanoke Valley SPCA recommends dogs only be transported inside a vehicle. “The Roanoke Valley SPCA believes in the humane treatment of animals and that certainly falls outside of that purview,” Cresswell said.

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Pet owners who fail to walk dogs face $2,700 fine

Read full article: Pet owners who fail to walk dogs face $2,700 fine

Justin Sullivan/Getty Images(CNN) - Dog owners could be fined up to $2,700 (AU$4,000) if they don't walk their pets at least once a day under new legislation recognizing animals as sentient beings in the Australian Capital Territory. The Animal Welfare Legislation Amendment Bill, which became law on Thursday, imposes a range of strict penalties in a bid to improve animal welfare. Owners can face heavy on-the-spot fines if they fail to provide basics like shelter, food and water. People who confine dogs for 24 hours must also allow them to move freely for the next two hours or face prosecution. "Modern animal welfare is about considering how an animal is coping both mentally and physically with the conditions in which it lives," ACT City Service Minister Chris Steel, who secured the bill, said in a media release.

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Duane 'Dog' Chapman under doctor's care after medical incident

Read full article: Duane 'Dog' Chapman under doctor's care after medical incident

(CNN) - Duane "Dog" Chapman, star of WGN America's "Dog's Most Wanted," is being monitored after a medical incident over the weekend, a representative for the TV star tells CNN. "I can confirm Dog is under doctor's care and is resting comfortably," a representative for Chapman said in a statement, following reports he'd experienced a heart-related emergency. When asked to clarify the nature of Chapman's medical issue, the representative did not immediately respond. Chapman became known to television audiences via "Dog the Bounty Hunter," a reality TV series that aired from 2004-2012. His late wife, Beth Chapman, starred alongside him on both his current and former series until her death in June.

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Study: Dogs help owners maintain heart health

Read full article: Study: Dogs help owners maintain heart health

Pixabay(CNN) - Dog's aren't just our best friends, they're also good for our health, new research suggests. The latest was this year, in 2019, when researchers again looked at about 2,000 people with no history of heart disease. The researchers compared the cardiovascular health scores of pet owners with those of petless people. But then they compared dog owners with everyone else and found that no matter their age, sex or education level, they benefited the most in terms of cardiovascular health. The study included many factors that determined the health of the heart and arteries, like showing that dog-owners tend to also have a healthier diet than other pet-owners -- thus contributing to a better cardiovascular health.

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Dog Chapman says late wife's items taken in store burglary

Read full article: Dog Chapman says late wife's items taken in store burglary

(CNN) - Dog the Bounty Hunter is hunting whoever stole his late wife's personal items. Duane "Dog" Chapman is offering a reward for information about the burglary of his family's store in Edgewater, Colorado. Beth Chapman died of cancer in June in a Honolulu hospital. The pair and their son Leland also starred in CMT's reality series, "Dog and Beth: On the Hunt," from 2013 to 2015. They later revealed during the A&E special "Dog & Beth: Fight of Their Lives" that she was cancer-free.

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Dog the Bounty Hunter's Store Robbed, Late Wife Beth Chapman's Personal Items Stolen

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A Colorado store owned by Duane Chapman, aka Dog the Bounty Hunter, was burglarized and some of his late wifes things were stolen. Thousands of dollars of clothing and Dog and Beth merchandise were allegedly stolen from the Edgewater business Thursday, according to the Blast. Personal items of his late wife, Beth Chapman, were also taken, including her personal bounty hunting gear. Beth's personal items were organized into a makeshift memorial for her inside the store, according to the site. https://t.co/TEUKHjOkvH Duane Dog Chapman (@DogBountyHunter) August 2, 2019A photo of the building shows the door boarded up after the incident.

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